Memorial City Ice Rink

Shared her personal experience growing up skating at Memorial City and asked council to protect or replace the facility for future generations.

Asked the city to help explore options to extend the rink's operation while long-term facility solutions are developed.

Questioned whether Metronational has requested Chapter 380 economic incentives or public-private partnership funds for the rink redevelopment site.

Urged the city to help prevent the demolition of the Memorial City Ice Rink and partner with the Houston Ice Sports Coalition to build a replacement.

Emphasized the importance of public access ice rinks reachable by public transit.

Requested city support in finding alternative ice rink space to prevent the collapse of local youth ice sports.

Expressed disappointment over the impending closure of the Memorial City Ice Rink and its impact on young athletes.

Presented petitions signed by thousands urging elected officials to help preserve ice sport access in Houston.

Asked the city to facilitate public-private partnerships to build a replacement ice rink in West Houston.

Supported previous speakers in urging city support for a replacement skating rink.